Who was Levi?

Priestly lineage of Israel

The story of Levi

Levi - Priest
Levi - Priest
Born: -1565From: Paddan AramPriest

Levi was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Jacob. In the Hebrew Bible, Levi is described as the third son of Jacob and Leah. The tribe of Levi played a significant role in the religious life of ancient Israel and provided the priests who served at the Temple in Jerusalem. Members of the tribe of Levi were set apart for religious duties and were responsible for the maintenance of the Tabernacle and later, the Temple. In the New Testament, Levi is also known as Matthew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and the author of the Gospel of Matthew.

Name meaning

Joined, attached, or united.

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

Priest

First mention

Genesis 29:34

Appearances in the Bible

338 mentions

In Hebrew

לוי

Levi in the Bible

Explore all 113 chapters where Levi appears

Genesis

Chapter 29

Jacob Meets Rachel

Jacob works for seven years to marry Leah, but is deceived by her father Laban and marries Rachel as well. He works for ...

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Genesis

Chapter 34

Dinah and the Shechemites

This chapter tells the story of the rape of Dinah, Jacob's daughter and the revenge of her brothers.

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Genesis

Chapter 35

Jacob's Return to Bethel

God tells Jacob to move to Bethel and to get rid of foreign gods. Jacob renames the place Bethel and builds an altar to ...

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Genesis

Chapter 46

Jacob and His Family Move to Egypt

Jacob and his family move to Egypt and settle in the land of Goshen.

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Genesis

Chapter 49

Jacob's Blessings and Death

Jacob blesses his twelve sons, giving each a prophecy about their descendants.

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Exodus

Chapter 1

Oppression in Egypt

The Israelites are enslaved in Egypt and God chooses Moses to lead them out of Egypt and to the Promised Land. Moses is ...

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Exodus

Chapter 2

Moses Flees to Midian

Moses kills an Egyptian and flees to Midian, where he marries Zipporah and has a son.

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Exodus

Chapter 4

Moses Returns to Egypt

Moses returns to Egypt and performs the signs that God has given him, but the Pharaoh still refuses to let the Israelite...

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Exodus

Chapter 6

God Promises to Deliver the Israelites

God reminds Moses of his promise to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and confirms that he will free the Israelites from slavery ...

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Exodus

Chapter 32

The Golden Calf

The Israelites make a golden calf while Moses is on the mountain receiving the commandments. Moses breaks the tablets an...

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Exodus

Chapter 38

The Bronze Altar

The bronze altar, the court around the tabernacle, and the bronze basin are built.

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Leviticus

Chapter 25

The Year of Jubilee

God gives instructions for the Sabbath year and the Year of Jubilee, including the release of debts and the return of pr...

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Numbers

Chapter 1

The Census of the Israelites

A census is taken of the Israelites, and the organization of the tribes is outlined.

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Numbers

Chapter 2

The Arrangement of the Camps

The Israelites are organized into four camps, with each tribe assigned a specific position around the Tabernacle.

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Numbers

Chapter 3

The Levites

A second census is taken of the Levites, and their duties in serving the Tabernacle are outlined.

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Numbers

Chapter 4

The Duties of the Levites

The duties of the Kohathites, Merarites and Gershonites, the three divisions of the Levites, are outlined.

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Numbers

Chapter 7

The Altar and Its Vessels

The leaders of the tribes bring offerings to dedicate the Tabernacle.

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Numbers

Chapter 8

The Consecration of the Levites

God gives instructions for the lighting and care of the lampstand.

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Numbers

Chapter 16

Korah's Rebellion

Korah, Dathan and Abiram rebel against Moses and Aaron, but God destroys them and their followers.

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Numbers

Chapter 17

Aaron's Rod Budded

God commands that Aaron's rod be kept as a reminder of his chosen position as high priest.

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Numbers

Chapter 18

The Duties of the Priests and Levites

God commands that the priests, the descendants of Aaron, have the responsibility of the care of the sanctuary and the pe...

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Numbers

Chapter 26

The Census of the Israelites

A second census is taken of the Israelites and the land is apportioned among the tribes.

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Numbers

Chapter 31

The War with the Midianites

God commands the Israelites to destroy the Midianites and Moses is angry with the officers for sparing the women.

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Numbers

Chapter 35

Cities for the Levites

God commands the Israelites to appoint cities of refuge, where those who have killed unintentionally can seek asylum.

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 10

The Second Set of Tablets

Moses commands the Israelites to follow God's commandments and to circumcise their hearts.

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 12

Centralization of Worship

Moses commands the Israelites to destroy the idols and places of worship of the nations they will dispossess.

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 14

Dietary Laws and Tithes

Moses commands the Israelites to set apart tithes of their crops and herds for God.

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 16

The Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread

Moses commands the Israelites to celebrate the Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feas...

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 17

Laws Concerning Idolatry and False Prophets

Moses commands the Israelites to appoint a king and commands that the king must obey God's laws.

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 18

Provision for the Levites

Moses commands the Israelites to be careful to avoid the sins of the nations they will dispossess.

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 21

Unsolved Murder and a Female Captive

Moses commands the Israelites on various legal matters, including inheritance rights, the rights of the firstborn, and p...

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 24

Laws Concerning Marriage and Divorce

Moses commands the Israelites on laws regarding marriage, divorce, and remarriage.

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 26

The Firstfruits and Tithes

Moses commands the Israelites to bring the firstfruits of their crops and herds to the tabernacle and to recite a specif...

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 27

The Altar and the Curse for Disobedience

Moses commands the Israelites to set up large stones and plaster them with plaster and to inscribe on them all the words...

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 31

Joshua Commissioned to Lead

Moses tells the Israelites that he will soon die and that Joshua will take his place as their leader.

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 33

The Blessing of Moses

Moses blesses the Israelite tribes, pronouncing a special blessing on each of them.

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Joshua

Chapter 3

Crossing the Jordan

The Israelites cross the Jordan River and the priests carrying the Ark of the Covenant stand in the middle of the river,...

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Joshua

Chapter 8

Conquest of Ai

Joshua conquers the city of Ai and hangs its king on a tree.

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Joshua

Chapter 13

Land Yet to Be Conquered

Joshua divides the remaining land of Canaan among the Israelite tribes.

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Joshua

Chapter 14

The Inheritance of Caleb

Joshua allocates the land of Canaan by lot to the tribes of Judah and Simeon.

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Joshua

Chapter 18

Remaining Tribal Allotments

Joshua allocates the land of Canaan by lot to the remaining tribes.

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Joshua

Chapter 21

Levitical Cities

Joshua allocates the land of Canaan by lot to the Levites and sets aside cities for them to live in.

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Judges

Chapter 17

Micah's Idolatry

The Israelites again worship other gods and are oppressed by their enemies.

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Judges

Chapter 18

The Tribe of Dan's Idolatry

The tribe of Dan, in search of land, takes the city of Laish and renames it Dan.

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Judges

Chapter 19

The Levite's Concubine

A Levite's concubine is raped and murdered, leading to a civil war among the tribes of Israel.

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Judges

Chapter 20

Battle Against the Benjamites

The Israelites unite to punish the tribe of Benjamin for the crime, but end up killing all the men, women and children o...

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Mark

Chapter 2

Healing a Paralytic and Call of Levi

Jesus forgives a paralyzed man's sins and heals him.

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Luke

Chapter 3

The Ministry of John the Baptist

John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus, who begins His ministry with a baptism and the descent of the Holy Spirit.

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Luke

Chapter 5

The Call of the First Disciples

Jesus calls His first disciples and performs many miracles.

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Luke

Chapter 10

The Sending of the Seventy-Two

Jesus teaches the Parable of the Good Samaritan and sends out the seventy-two.

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John

Chapter 1

The Word Became Flesh

John writes an introduction to his gospel, describing Jesus as the Word of God who was with God and was God from the beg...

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 4

The Arrest and Release of Peter and John

The apostles are arrested again, but an angel frees them from prison and they continue to preach.

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1 Samuel

Chapter 6

The Ark Returns to Israel

The Ark is returned to the Israelites, and a sacrifice is made in gratitude.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 15

Absalom's Conspiracy

Absalom conspires against David and attempts to overthrow him.

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1 Kings

Chapter 8

The Ark Brought into the Temple

The Ark of the Covenant is brought into the temple and dedicated with a great ceremony.

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1 Kings

Chapter 12

Rehoboam's Folly

Rehoboam, Solomon's son, refuses to heed the counsel of the older leaders and instead makes demands of the people, leadi...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 2

Genealogy of David

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 6

Levi's Genealogy and Roles

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 9

Genealogies and Roles of Returning Exiles

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 12

Warriors Join David

Warriors join David

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 13

David Brings the Ark to Jerusalem

David brings the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, establishing it as the center of worship.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 15

Ark Brought to Jerusalem Successfully

David's victories over the Philistines and other neighboring nations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 16

Ark Placed in the Tent, David's Song of Thanksgiving

David's victories over the Philistines and other neighboring nations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 21

David's Reign and Reign of His Sons

David's reign, including his administration and building projects, and the reign of his son Solomon.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 23

Levites and Their Duties

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 24

Division of the Priests

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 26

Duties of Gatekeepers, Treasurers, and Other Levites

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 27

Leaders of Military Divisions and Civil Administrations

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 28

David's Charge to Solomon and Temple Plans

David's preparations for the construction of the temple, including the gathering of materials and the appointment of Sol...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 5

Ark Brought to the Temple

The triumphant entry of the Ark into the temple, marking the fulfillment of Solomon's dedication and the establishment o...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 7

God's Glory Fills the Temple

The manifestation of God's glory in response to Solomon's dedication, signifying divine approval and underscoring the sa...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 8

Solomon's Achievements

Solomon's accomplishments in building and governance, contributing to the prosperity and stability of the Israelite king...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 11

Rehoboam's Reign in Judah

Rehoboam's initial reign in Judah, marked by political and social dynamics that influence the kingdom's trajectory.

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 13

Abijah's Defense of Judah

Abijah's defense of Judah against Israel, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness to God's covenant and the role of d...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 17

Jehoshaphat's Righteous Reign

Jehoshaphat's righteous reign, characterized by fidelity to God's ways and educational reforms that contribute to the sp...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 19

Jehoshaphat's Reforms and Justice

Jehoshaphat's governance marked by justice reforms, emphasizing the importance of righteousness in the administration of...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 20

Jehoshaphat's Prayer and Victory

The chapter recounts Jehoshaphat's prayerful dependence on God, leading to a miraculous victory over the enemy and highl...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 23

Joash's Restoration

Joash's restoration to the throne, emphasizing the significance of righteous leadership and the restoration of worship p...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 24

Joash's Apostasy and Zechariah's Death

The chapter unfolds Joash's oscillation between righteousness and apostasy, culminating in the tragic death of the proph...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 29

Hezekiah's Cleansing and Restoration

Hezekiah's reign marked by a fervent commitment to restoring worship, cleansing the temple, and renewing the covenant, ...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 30

Hezekiah's Passover Celebration

Hezekiah's Passover celebration, emphasizing the importance of communal worship and the invitation for all of Israel to ...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 31

Hezekiah's Administrative Reforms

Hezekiah's administrative reforms, highlighting the importance of structured organization and provision for those dedica...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 34

Josiah's Reforms and Rediscovery of the Law

Josiah's reign marked by extensive reforms, culminating in the rediscovery of the Law and a fervent commitment to renewi...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 35

Josiah's Passover and Death

Josiah's last acts of piety, including the celebration of the Passover, and the somber conclusion of his reign with his ...

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Ezra

Chapter 1

Commissioning of Ezra

Ezra is commissioned by King Artaxerxes to lead the return of the exiles to Jerusalem and to enforce the law.

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Ezra

Chapter 2

Return of the Exiles to Jerusalem

The list of the exiles who returned to Jerusalem under the leadership of Ezra.

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Ezra

Chapter 3

Rebuild the Altar and Celebrate the Feast of Passover

The rebuilding of the altar in Jerusalem and the celebration of the feast of Passover.

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Ezra

Chapter 6

Dedication of the Temple

The dedication of the temple and the celebration of the feast of Tabernacles.

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Ezra

Chapter 7

Ezra's Journey to Jerusalem

Ezra's journey to Jerusalem and his arrival in the city.

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Ezra

Chapter 8

Ezra's Assembly

Ezra assembles the exiles to hear the law and to worship.

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Ezra

Chapter 9

Intermarriage with Foreigners

The problem of intermarriage with foreigners and Ezra's response.

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Ezra

Chapter 10

Repentance and Renewal

The repentance and renewal of the exiles, including the removal of foreign wives and the celebration of the feast of the...

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Nehemiah

Chapter 3

Rebuilding the Wall

The beginning of the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem, including the organization of the workers.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 7

The Completion of the Wall

The completion of the wall of Jerusalem and the celebration of the dedication.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 8

The Reading of the Law

The reading of the law to the assembled people.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 9

The People's Response to the Law

The response of the people to the reading of the law, including their confession of sin and their commitment to obedienc...

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Nehemiah

Chapter 10

The Signing of a Covenant

The signing of a covenant to obey the law, including the appointment of leaders to enforce the law.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 11

Reestablishment of Worship

The reestablishment of worship in Jerusalem, including the appointment of priests and Levites.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 12

Dedication of the Wall

The dedication of the wall of Jerusalem and the celebration of the feast of Dedication.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 13

Nehemiah's Reforms

Nehemiah's reforms, including the closing of the city gates on the Sabbath and the renewal of worship in the city.

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Zechariah

Chapter 12

A Prophecy of the Coming Siege

Zechariah prophesies of the coming siege of Jerusalem, and of the Lord's deliverance and salvation of His people.

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Malachi

Chapter 2

The Lord's Covenant with the Priests

The Lord criticizes the priests for being corrupt and ignoring the law, but promises to bless those who follow his ways.

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Malachi

Chapter 3

The Lord's Promise of a Messenger

The Lord announces the arrival of a messenger to prepare the way for the coming of the Lord, who will judge the wicked a...

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Hebrews

Chapter 7

Jesus as the Eternal High Priest

This chapter explains how Jesus serves as an eternal High Priest, offering Himself as a sacrifice once and for all, and ...

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Revelation

Chapter 7

The 144,000 and the Great Multitude

This chapter describes the sealing of the 144,000 and the great multitude who are redeemed. The chapter emphasizes the p...

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Psalms

Chapter 135

Praise the LORD, for He is Good

Psalm 135 is a call to all nations and peoples to praise the LORD, the God of Israel, for His greatness, power, and good...

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Isaiah

Chapter 66

The Glory of the Lord and the Final Judgment

The prophet describes the ultimate triumph of the Lord over evil and the restoration of His people. The chapter begins w...

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Jeremiah

Chapter 33

Restoration of Jerusalem

In Jeremiah 33, God speaks to the prophet about the restoration of Jerusalem. Despite the city being besieged and its pe...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 40

A Vision of the New Temple

In chapter 40 of the Book of Ezekiel, the prophet Ezekiel receives a vision of a new temple that is to be built by God. ...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 43

The Glory of God Returns to the Temple

In Ezekiel chapter 43, the prophet receives a vision of the glory of God returning to the temple. He sees the Lord on hi...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 44

The Holiness of the Temple

In Ezekiel 44, the Lord instructs the prophet on the holiness of the newly restored temple. The chapter lays out who is ...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 45

The Division of the Land and the Prince's Portion

Ezekiel receives a vision from God in which he is instructed to divide the land among the people and the prince, and to ...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 48

The Division of the Promised Land

In Ezekiel chapter 48, the prophet receives a vision from God regarding the allotment of land for the twelve tribes of I...

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